Green Lynx Spider

Green Lynx Spider

Geographical Range

Southern United States and Mexico

Habitat

Woodlands, grasslands

Scientific Name

Peucetia viridans

Conservation Status

Not listed by IUCN

This spider from the southern United States and Mexico belongs to the jumping spider family. It lurks among grasses, cacti and other plants in search of small prey animals. When its keen eyes spot a victim, it quickly pounces on it.